Mr Jacobson Is Involved in a Serious Discussion with One

Mr. Jacobson is involved in a serious discussion with one of his students. Mr. Jacobson asks Rani why she has taken such a defiant tone in class during the last couple of weeks. Rani responds that it isn't her fault that her opinions are not allowed to be heard and she feels it is because she is a female. Mr. Jacobson refuses to accept this possibility and calmly explains how he has allowed her to voice her opinion on numerous occasions along with the other girls in the class. Which of the following best captures Mr. Jacobson's response to Rani's blaming?

A) He is helping Rani to take responsibility for her behavior.
B) He is using an authoritarian management style.
C) He is demonstrating "withitness."
D) He is distinguishing rules and procedure.